Koa vs Brantley

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Koa

Boy #292 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"warrior, brave one"

Origin: Hawaiian

Cultural Roots

Hawaiian American Pacific Islander

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#292
Total SSA Count
1,145
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Koa Rank #292
Brantley Rank #481

Koa is more popular, ranked #292 vs #481 for Brantley.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Koa or Brantley more popular?

Koa is more popular, ranked #292 compared to Brantley at #481 in the United States.

What do Koa and Brantley mean?

Koa means "warrior, brave one" (Hawaiian origin). Brantley means "Brandon's woodland clearing" (Old English origin).

Are Koa and Brantley boy or girl names?

Koa is primarily a boy name. Brantley is primarily a boy name.

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